Assessing the article of July 9 when Dick Monfort was speaking, he seems to be sold on not making changes in the front office. It seems to me that if some things do not change in the front office that the Rockies will never be a winning franchise. Sooner or later the fans will not support the team. What is your take on this?— Dave, Alamosa

Dave – As I wrote in my latest Sunday column, I do not get the sense that Monfort is going to make any major changes. If things get any worse (if that’s possible) that could change.

Some people with whom I’ve talked that are close to the organization agree with me that major change is doubtful. I provided my reasons in my Sunday column.

The Coors Field experience is one of the best in the majors. That’s reflected in the fact that the Rockies average 33,568 fans per home game, ninth-best in baseball.

But the fans deserve a better product on the field. You know it, I know it, and I even think Monfort knows it. The losses really are getting to him. I saw that in his face when we sat down for our one-on-one interview.

The problem is the Rockies’ upper management is so sure that the organization it has in place will eventually work, it isn’t willing to look outside itself.

How long before the fans stop showing up? Crowds, naturally, will begin thinning from now until the end of the season. But if the Rockies are going to really feel it at the ticket office, it won’t happen until next season.

Rock bottom, by the way, came in 2005 when the club averaged just 23,930 fans per home game.

While a lot of people are pointing fingers at the Rockies front office for their terrible play in recent years (and rightfully so!), I think people are overlooking one major factor … THOSE HIDEOUS PURPLE JERSEYS! Ever since they brought them back a few years ago (2010?), what is the Rockies’ record while wearing those eyesores?— Alex, Park City, Utah

Alex – Like you, I’m not a fan of the purple tops. They look too much like softball jerseys … or pajamas. Except for the night the Marlins wore their bright orange tops and the Rockies wore their “Dinger Jerseys.” That was so hideous it was actually kind of cool, in a groovy ’60s psychedelic kind of way.

Anyway, I don’t know the Rockies’ record while wearing various uniforms. If anybody out there has kept track, let me know.

What is the likely playing-time scenario for the Rockies in the outfield now that Carlos Gonzalez is back with Charlie Blackmon, Corey Dickerson and Drew Stubbs all capable of full time plus Brandon Barnes and eventually Michael Cuddyer back? Will someone be moved?— Rob, Ottawa, Canada

With CarGo now in right field, Walt Weiss is trying to get as many at-bats as he can for Corey Dickerson, who’s playing left. Weiss also wants to give Dickerson a chance to prove himself in the field. That means splitting time in center between Blackmon and Stubbs, with Blackmon getting more time. Barnes is a spot starter and utility outfielder.

Do I think the Rockies will trade an outfielder? It’s very possible, but it would likely be part of a package deal, if not now, then over the winter.

What do you think of the Rockies going after Pat Venditte, the Yankees’ farmhand who pitches from both sides? He’s put up good numbers every season in the minors, and he’d be a godsend to the bullpen with how much and often he’d be able to pitch; plus he’d offer some roster flexibility since he’s basically two pitchers.— Adam S., Golden

Interesting idea, Adam, but I don’t see it happening here. First of all, he’s still part of the Yankees organization, so it would require a trade. The 29-year-old throws a mid-80s fastball, which doesn’t cut it these days. It would be a great story, but if it blew up in the Rockies’ face it would come off as a novelty act. They don’t need that, especially since the Jamie Moyer experiment didn’t pan out very well.

I did check out Venditte’s stats, and they are good. He’s 2-4 with a 2.67 ERA pitching in Double-A and Triple-A this season. I confess I don’t know much about him, but there’s got to be reason he hasn’t made the big leagues after all of these years.

Patrick – Why are the Rockies floating trading Troy Tulowitzki or Carlos Gonzalez when they are two good reasons why I attend (season-ticket holder since ’93)? Doesn’t the ownership see that the front office of Dan O’Dowd and Bill Geivett is the problem? Mark Kiszla had a great article about our drafting of pitchers compared to the Cards (they always draft way after the Rockies). How can anyone trust them to make a trade of our two stars for pitching prospects when we can easily see their ineptness in drafting pitchers?— Jeff Sandman, Greenwood Village

Jeff, to be fair, it’s not the Rockies who are publicly floating the idea of trading CarGo or Tulo. It’s the media — guys like Kiszla and me — who are raising the question. Why? Because it was obvious to us that both players want to win and it’s looking increasingly unlikely that’s going to happen.

Monfort has told me, point blank, on two occasions, that he has no plans to trade either star. However, that could change in a hurry if that right deal materialized.

As for Tulo and CarGo, neither has come out publicly and demanded a trade, but they have certainly done nothing to quiet the talk.

I have a solution for the front office, but it’s a risk, and it all depends on Tulo. Here it is: Tulo demands a change at the top or else trade him to someone else. He’d be putting his hide on the line, but he’s the franchise, and he has at least some sway in fixing this mess.— PNH, Littleton

PNH – Interesting idea, and something I have thought about. I’m honestly not sure what would happen. Would Monfort get ticked off and simply stiffen his back against change? Would he listen and make a move?

If Tulo doesn’t see a way out of town, to a destination where he has a real chance to win, he might approach Monfort. It would be a gutsy move, no doubt. Would Tulo do it? I’m honestly not sure. Something I need to ask him, though his answer would be off the record, I’m sure.

Let’s be fair: The Wilin Rosario experiment has been an utter failure. The Rockies lead the league in passed balls. And despite improvements, Rosario’s defense is not major-league level. Two passed balls have also resulted in injuries to Rockies pitchers. Shouldn’t the Rockies consider trading Rosario to an American League team that could use him as a DH?— Craig, Centennial

Craig – I’ve been a bigger Rosario fan than most, partly because he’s such a terrific person who works his tail off. Plus, his power at the plate is exceptional.

But, like you, I’m starting to think that it would be best for the team, and for Rosario, if he was a DH and a backup catcher in the American League. Given all of the Rockies’ problems on the mound, Rosario’s inconsistency behind the plate only adds fuel to the fire. Plus, I think that the more he toils behind the plate, the less effective he’ll be as a power hitter in the future.

To me, the Rockies are becoming like the Cubs. Just wait till next year. Will there ever be any hope that the Rockies will ever have a capable pitching staff? After 20-plus years I can count on one hand the starting Rockies pitchers who have had a good year.— Ron Schmitz, Evergreen

Ron – I’m not sure how to answer this question. I’m not sure how to ease your frustration. Given the difficulty of pitching at altitude, the best the Rockies can strive for is solid, not spectacular, starting pitching. Then, they need a really stout bullpen. I thought the club was on the verge of developing both, but injuries to starters Jhoulys Chacin and Tyler Chatwood, and the ineffectiveness of lefty relievers Rex Brothers and Boone Logan mean the club is back to square one.

If the Padres don’t hire Kim Ng for GM, the Rockies should. She is extremely qualified. Any chance Dick Monfort could ever be so bold?— Fred Herring, Aurora

Fred – I’ll be curious to see if the Padres hire Ng. That would be newsworthy, to be sure. As for the Rockies, I don’t see it. Not because Ng is a woman, but because I don’t see Monfort firing Dan O’Dowd in the near future. Plus, you have to ask yourself who would want the job in Colorado? It’s a very difficult place to create a workable blueprint.

Patrick – Love the mailbag! I was laughing (or was it crying?) over Dick Monfort’s comment that the Rockies should make the playoffs two out of every five seasons. That means they should have made the playoffs eight times or so in franchise history. You have to love it when someone sets a low bar, then can’t even meet that. My biggest frustration is that the Monforts treat the Rockies as their team, but it’s actually our team. Thanks for listening; I can’t afford therapy.— John Rawls, Denver

John – I’m sorry, but I don’t have a couch for you to rest your head on. Did you have a good childhood? Were you a middle child? Did you fight with your father?

I’m kidding, of course. If you have read the rest of the mailbag, you’ll sense the frustration from a lot of fans. I’m just the messenger with a few opinions. The Dr. Freud of baseball I am not.